The Bauer Vapor X4.0 hockey sticks offer a great value and is where you start to see the jump to high-end performance in the Bauer Vapor stick line. The X 4.0 sticks are the most affordable sticks in the Bauer Vapor line featuring the intelli-sense shot technology, aero foam II blade core, and Pure shot blade profile.

The Bauer has continued to use the intelli-sense shot technology on the X4.0 stick. Bauer sought to create a stick that can do everything, from big slappers from the point, to dangling through the "D" and ripping a wristers past the goalie. The Intelli-sense shot technology, alters the flex of the stick based upon the type of shot you are taking. This allows you to load up maximum energy on slap shots and one-timers while having an explosive low-kick point for wrist shots and snap shots. Bauer is able to alter the flex by basing it on the lower hand placement on the shaft. This makes for a great all around stick.

The X 4.0 stick features what Bauer is calling Pure Shot blade profile, which is additional material at connection point between the shaft and the blade. This increases blade rigidity offering pin-point shot accuracy.

Heritage: Bauer X40

Level of Player: Ideal for the intermediate to advance level of player

Construction: Fused one-piece

Shaft Dimensions: Rounded corners/Double concavity

Flex Point: Low kick

Construction:

Fused one-piece construction offers a more responsive feel than traditional two piece construction with a slightly more dampened feel than a true one-piece sticks

Vapor premier dual taper - Features a secondary taper along the top/bottom surface decreasing torsional deflection for increased puck control and shot accuracy

Intelli-Sense shot technology through advanced engineering the flex profile of the shaft can now sense the type of shot based on the positioning of the player's hands. This results in maximized loading for optimal performance on wrist or slap shots.

Grip: Griptac stick coating

Blade:

Pure shot blade profile - Expansion of the connection point of the blade and shaft reduces the torsional deflection of the blade resulting in a maintained blade control and a more accurate shot

Comments: This is my second one piece stick I've purchased. I had already owned the Vapor X3.0. I was very happy with that stick but decided to get a feel for the intelli-sence shot technology that Bauer offers. There's no buyer's remorse. This stick offers everything that Bauer promises. I've only used the stick for a three weeks for three games and several stick and shoots. I definitely noticed a difference in the flex of the stick and the puck release off the blade. I've never had a great slap shot but I'm seeing a difference. From: Wan

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Handedness

If you hold the stick with your left hand at the top of the stick, then you use a (R) handed stick. If you hold the stick with your right hand at the top, then you use a left (L) handed stick. As stick size increases, the length and diameter of the shaft also increase.

Stick Size

Age

Player Height

Player Weight

Stick Height

Yth:

-7

-4'

-60 lbs.

46"-48"

Jr:

6-12

3'9"-4'9"

50-120 lbs.

50"-54"

Int:

11-16

4'6"-5'3"

120-160 lbs.

56"-57"

Senior:

+14

+5'6"

+120 lbs.

58"-63"

Flex:

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Flex

The flex of a hockey stick is how stiff the shaft is. Youth sticks are 30-40 flex, Junior sticks are 45-55 flex, Intermediate sticks are 55-75 flex and Senior sticks are 75 - 110 flex.

Brand:

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Brand

If you want to look at all brands and/or want to search by general types of curves , then leave "Any Brand" selected. If you know which brand you wish to look at, select it and the following "Curve" tab will display specific brand curves to choose from.

Curve:

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Curve

Each curve brings forth different advantages: Toe curves are less common and are good for stick handling and shooting. Mid curves are the most popular and are recommended for beginners, they are good for puck handling, wrist and snap shots. Mid Heel curves are a combination of a mid and heel curves. Heel curves are good for slap shots, one timers, and back handers.

Grip:

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Grip

Choose between grip and non-grip coatings on the shaft. Grip texture allows for a more solid hold on the shaft while the non-grip coating allows the hands to change position more quickly.

Flex Profile:

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Flex Profile

The low-kick flex profile is for the players looking for a quick shot release, ideal for wrist and snap shots. The mid-kick flex profile is for the player who puts a lot of lean into their wrist/slap shots and are looking for a powerful release on their shots. The variable-kick flex profile offers a constant flex profile allowing custom kick points depending on the placement of the player's lower hand.

Material:

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Materials

Composite sticks are the most popular because they offer the best overall performance. Wood is the traditional material and offers the best puck feel. ABS is used in the blades to add durability for playing on rougher surfaces like concrete and asphalt.

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